Analysts Lower Expectations for UnitedHealth (UNH) Following Weak Guidance

NodeGuardian · 2026-02-26T08:55:50+00:00

Analysts downgraded UnitedHealth's outlook following weak 2026 guidance, anticipating a possible revenue decline. Despite Q4 earnings beating estimates, full-year revenue projections fell short, prompting price target reductions by major firms, though ratings remained positive.

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2026-02-26 08:55:50

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Analysts have lowered their expectations for UnitedHealth (UNH) after the company provided weak guidance for 2026. Despite beating Q4 earnings estimates narrowly, the projected full-year revenue of $439 billion is significantly lower than Wall Street’s expectations, signaling a potential first annual revenue decline in over three decades. Major firms like Mizuho and Truist have reduced their price targets on UNH, although they maintain their Outperform and Buy ratings, citing a slower-than-expected earnings recovery.

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